Center City East Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
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Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Top hotels in Center City East
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Location is great. Not enough staff or elevators to handle the guest load."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"I was pretty disappointed with my stay considering how expensive it was. My shower didn’t always have cold water and the sink was constantly backed up which is annoying and gross. The room was also really hot despite the AC being turned down to 65."
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026
Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"First time to Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love. We arrived after midnight & there was a gentleman at the door (inside) who could see we were trying to remember the after hours procedure -- he came out to help us get in. He was friendly & helpful. Checkin was a breeze. We were placed on the ..."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"The room was clean, property was maintained. It was nice to have a restaurant/bar option inside the hotel and the main floor lobby was very inviting. The hotel is very close to Reading Terminal and City Winery. Literally the Center of Philly! The Hilton does need some renovations to help with the ..."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Center City East
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
